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____________<b>Sage Arts Unlimited Newsletter - April
2004</b>______________<br><br>
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In this Issue: <br>
- Pedro Sauer Brazilian JiuJitsu Seminar!<br>
- African Martial Arts Seminar!<br>
- Dr. Gyi Seminar!<br><br>
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<b>Congratulations<br><br>
</b>A few of our students are traveling to Atlanta, GA this weekend for
their first Batizado in Capoeira Regional, with Mestre Fran from the
Grupo Maculele. Their hard work and consistent training has
prepared them to receive their first Cord in this system. Because
Claudia will be with them, there will be no Capoeira classes this Friday
or Sunday.<br><br>
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<b>Upcoming Events<br><br>
<br>
In-school Chess Night<br>
April 1, 2004 - 6:30-8:30 PM (Tonight!)<br><br>
</b>Our last chess night was a blast, some students stayed until nearly
11:30 PM, playing for hours. This was an exciting way to get to know the
other students and exercise certain cognitive skills that are common in
both chess and the Martial Arts.<br><br>
One of the most important aspects of a Martial Artist is the ability to
think tactically, strategically, and to anticipate the intention of their
opponent. For this reason, I have made it a requirement that every
student learn how to play the game of chess, which has been used to
educate military minds, warriors and leaders for centuries. Join us for
an evening of intellectual stimulation. For beginners, the rules of the
game will be discussed and coached by Jason Lippert (an avid and rated
chess player), our resident Chess Coach, and skill will be developed
through practice games with more experienced students. <br><br>
The cost is $5 for the evening and will include refreshments for those
participating. Bring your favorite chess set and a buddy - See you
there!<br><br>
<br><br>
<b>Brazilian Jiujitsu Seminar with Professor Pedro Sauer<br>
April 3, 2004</b> <b>(This Saturday!)<br><br>
</b>Henry Matamoros will be hosting a seminar with Professor Sauer at his
school this Saturday. Our grappling students are encouraged to attend.
Classes at Sage Arts Unlimited for that day will be cancelled with the
following exception: Letha Yoga/Bodyworks class will be held as usual.
The cost of the seminar is $100 cash or check, those interested in
testing for Blue Belt will pay an additional $60 fee, those interested in
testing for Purple Belt will pay an additional $80 fee. The seminar will
run from 11 AM 2 PM. The location of the event will be: 2653. A
Kinnickinnic Ave., Milwaukee, WI 53207<br><br>
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<b>African Martial Arts Seminar, Presented by Master Ahati Kilindi
Iyi<br>
Sage Arts Unlimited - Milwaukee, WI - April 17 & 18, 2004<br><br>
</b>Experience the African Martial Arts systems as presented by Ahati
Kilindi Iyi, Head Instructor and Technical Advisor of the Ta-Merrian
Martial Arts Institute. Kilindi Iyi teaches<br>
Ancient and Contemporary African Fighting Sciences such as Saki of
Northeast Africa, Zulu Impe Stick Fighting of Southern Africa, and
Giddibo of West Africa and is considered to be one of the world’s
foremost authorities on African Martial Arts, history and culture. The
fighting arts of Africa are based upon the traditional dances of Africa,
where rhythm and movement are combined to produce a ferociously effective
fighting system. Dan Inosanto, is quoted as saying “In my opinion, the
African arts performed by Kilindi and his students can stand with any
other martial art I have observed—be it East or West. <br><br>
Ahati Kilindi Iyi has appeared on the covers of many national and
international magazines such as Inside Kung Fu and Martial Arts Masters.
He has been featured on local and national television shows such as 60
Minutes and Strange Universe. Kilindi was also honored as one of the
Masters of Martial Arts in the 20th Century on the Wesley Snipes produced
Television presentation “Masters of the Martial Arts.” <br><br>
<b>Fees:<br>
</b>Advance Registration - $110 both days, $65 Single Day<br>
At Door Registration -$130 both days, $70 Single Day<br>
Instructors abroad, get 10% off your seminar fee for every student you
bring.<br><br>
Equipment to bring includes Workout Clothing, Wrestling Shoes, Training
Knives, Long and Short Sticks and a notebook or journal. For more
information about this seminar, including a list of what will be covered
each day, visit our website: <br><br>
<a href="http://www.sageartsstudio.com/upcoming_events/seminars/africanMA.html" eudora="autourl">http://www.sageartsstudio.com/upcoming_events/seminars/africanMA.html</a><br><br>
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<b>Letha Yoga Dhanda Yoga Seminar with Dr. Maung Gyi<br>
May 1 & 2, 2004<br><br>
</b>Dr. Gyi is one of the most sought after Martial Arts experts in the
world today. Noted for his systematic teaching style, extensive Martial
Arts and Healing knowledge and explosive skill, Dr. Gyi is a remarkable
instructor.<br><br>
<b>Letha Yoga:</b> This popular partner based system of Yoga was
developed by the Hpyu monks in ancient Northern Burma, and functions as
an effective natural method for maintaining a healthy body. Composed of
postures, joint manipulations and massage technique, the system helps to
remove toxins, improve flexibility and increase blood flow, allowing the
body to recuperate from hard physical training. It is a great experience
that leaves everyone feeling re-energized. If natural healing is an
interest, you will definitely want to attend. Participants need only to
come freshly showered with loose fitting clean clothing, our training
will be barefoot with clean socks, a notebook is recommended, pillow and
blanket are optional. Attendees of previous seminars should bring their
stones.<br><br>
<b>Dhanda Yoga: </b>A system of solo and partner based practice, this
form of Yoga involves the use of a staff to assist proper alignment and
posture. Students will learn of the three different forms of Dhanda Yoga
as well as the history and origin of this practice.<br><br>
<b>Schedule of Events<br>
</b>Session I Saturday, May 1st, 2004 9 AM 5:30 PM (includes
lunch break)<br>
Session II Sunday, May 2nd, 2004 9 AM 11:30 AM<br>
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Certificates will be issued to participants who attend both sessions.
Space is limited to 25 Participants and fills up quickly, so please
register early.<br><br>
<b>Fees:<br>
</b>Advanced Registration $130 both days, $65 Saturday Session
Only<br>
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Registration requires a $50 Deposit by April 19th, 2004)<br>
At the Door Registration $160 both days, $80 Saturday Session
Only<br><br>
For the sake of continuity, we ask that if you can only attend one day of
the seminar, that you attend the Saturday session. For more information,
visit our website:<br><br>
<a href="http://www.sageartsstudio.com/upcoming_events/seminars/Letha_Seminar.html" eudora="autourl">http://www.sageartsstudio.com/upcoming_events/seminars/Letha_Seminar.html</a><br><br>
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<b>Upcoming Schedule Change<br><br>
</b>Beginning Mid-April, we will have a new class schedule. This
will take effect the week following our African Martial Arts
seminar. Changes will be posted shortly and all students will be
notified by email the week before. Check our website for further
information.<br><br>
Changes will include a Tuesday night Capoeira Class, a 2-hour Wednesday
Workshop class, and we will be combining our Phase One and Kickboxing
Memberships so students of each may attend both classes. Wednesday
Workshops will cover a topic which will rotate every 4-8 weeks. We
are adjusting the weekly class schedule to fit the needs of our students,
suggestions and requests are always welcome.<br><br>
<br><br>
<b>Special Thanks<br><br>
</b>I would like to thank our returning students for your continued
participation and support. You have proven once again that you have
the hearts of warriors and the souls of Martial Artists. See you in
class. <br><br>
<br><br>
<b>Now Available on our Website<br><br>
</b>Equipment Specials for April Discounted Student Equipment
Packages:<br>
- Phase One Package<br>
- Phase Two Package<br>
- Grappling Package<br><br>
<br><br>
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